Pillars: Philanthropy News
28 April 2026

At Reunion, Darden Alumni Honor Classmates Through Living Tributes

During reunion this past weekend, Darden alumni honored classmates through tree dedications, memorial tributes and moments of remembrance across the Grounds.

27 April 2026

Investor and UVA Leader Peter Grant Wins Darden’s Top Alumni Award

Peter Grant, a veteran investor and University of Virginia leader, has been named the recipient of the UVA Darden School of Business’ highest alumni honor, recognizing decades of leadership, service and philanthropic impact.

21 April 2026

Four Names. $352,000. One Morning That Changed What Comes Next.

At a First Coffee gathering at UVA Darden, four MBA students were surprised with Genovese Fellowships covering their Second Year — part of a long-running model of investment, leadership and paying it forward.

14 April 2026

What Leadership Looks Like When It’s Recognized by Peers

A student-selected award at Darden recognizes leadership that isn’t captured on a résumé. This year’s recipient, Riwaj Shrestha, was chosen by his peers for the way he strengthens the community around him — reflecting the vision behind the Lemuel E. Lewis Bicentennial Award for Global Leadership.

01 April 2026

UVA Darden Surpasses Goals on Annual Day of Giving

UVA Darden surpassed its donor goal during Day for Darden 2026, with around 1,700 donors contributing more than $1.6 million in 24 hours to support scholarships, faculty excellence and the student experience.

10 March 2026

The Student Who Treated His Business School Like an Investment

A Part-Time MBA student who makes his living as an investor decides to treat Darden the same way he treats any serious position — as something worth owning, not just consuming.